Shehzad last featured in a T20I in June 2018 against Scotland, while Akmal’s last appearance in the same format was in September 2016 against the West Indies. Ashraf last played for Pakistan in a five-match away ODI series against England in May this year.

Imam has been left out of the T20I side due to an injury in his left hand, which he sustained while fielding in the second ODI against Sri Lanka on Monday. He is also unavailable for selection for the third ODI on Wednesday.